A whole new era is about to begin for fans of the epic Dragon Ball franchise! The world’s first theme park focused entirely on the series, featuring lands modeled after key moments from the game, is currently set to be created in Saudi Arabia. The announcement comes just days after the tragic passing of Akira Toriyama, fan-favorite creator of Dragon Ball. He passed at 68 years old. The park’s scale and ambition is a cool half-million square meters just outside a burgeoning Riyadh and is inspiring. It’s set to completely transport guests into the electrifying world of Dragon Ball.
The investment company behind this ambitious project, Qiddiya, has unveiled plans for a sprawling theme park that will feature at least 30 rides. One of the main attractions features an exhilarating coaster that’s in the shape of Shenron, the series’ iconic wish-granting dragon. Accompanied by its mature execution, it stands proudly within an equally impressive 70-meter structure. This one-of-a-kind attraction promises to excite both long-time fans and newcomers, delivering an experience that celebrates Toriyama’s groundbreaking legacy.
In a teaser trailer released by Qiddiya, glimpses of the park’s imaginative design and thrilling rides have sparked excitement among fans. The social media response has been very divided. There seems to be little doubt that while some biking enthusiasts are excited to be coming, other people still have worries about visiting Saudi Arabia.
“As much as I love Dragon Ball, I’ll never visit Saudi Arabia.” – Commenter on social media.
Despite the mixed reviews, the official Dragon Ball website has provided additional details regarding the park’s attractions and future developments. The project is expected to draw fans from around the world, eager to engage with their favorite characters and moments from the series.
Other fans complain about going at all due to the park’s remote location. They think cultural and political considerations might influence their decision. A user on X stated, “Sorry LGBT Dragon Ball fans, you gonna have to wait another decade or so for a second park elsewhere.”
These feelings initiate an important discussion about inclusivity in travel. In parallel, Qiddiya remains focused on bringing this unprecedented undertaking to life. The Dragon Ball theme park will not be an amusement park alone. It’s a testament to anime culture booming everywhere — on screens, in popular culture, and above all, the passion of fans around the world.
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